Self-Raising
Theatre (disabled-led, d/deaf-led)
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Venue 23Pleasance Dome - QueenDome
- 12:30
- Aug 27
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Graeae Theatre Company, in association with Theatr Iolo, Soho Theatre
- Warnings and additional info: .This show contains potentially distressing themes, including a reference to abuse, strong language, audience interaction, Audism, Being deaf in a hearing family, Trying to cure deafness, Adoption, Secrets in the family and Death and bereavement
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
'It starts with a secret. It's a real secret and I had to keep it for a long time...' Self-Raising is a true life story about growing up Deaf in a family that has a secret. Award-winning Artistic Director of disabled-led theatre company, Graeae, Jenny Sealey has spent a lifetime championing stories by Deaf and disabled artists. In Self-Raising she takes to the stage to tell her own... Blisteringly honest, always reflective, and often laugh-out-loud funny, this one-woman show promises to break your heart and put it back together again.Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Main queue inside Dome at left of building. 5 steps up to the space or Level access to left of venue — ask staff for assistance.
- Stairs: 2 - 5
Wheelchair access type: Level Access
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Signed performances
- Dates: 2 August, 3 August, 4 August, 5 August, 6 August, 8 August, 9 August, 10 August, 11 August, 12 August, 13 August, 15 August, 16 August, 17 August, 18 August, 19 August, 20 August, 22 August, 23 August, 24 August, 25 August, 26 August, 27 August
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating requests in relation to the location of the interpeter.
Audio described performances
- Dates: 2 August, 3 August, 4 August, 5 August, 6 August, 8 August, 9 August, 10 August, 11 August, 12 August, 13 August, 15 August, 16 August, 17 August, 18 August, 19 August, 20 August, 22 August, 23 August, 24 August, 25 August, 26 August, 27 August
- Type: Integrated
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
- More about this show: Listen to audio flyer
Captioned performances
- Dates: 2 August, 3 August, 4 August, 5 August, 6 August, 8 August, 9 August, 10 August, 11 August, 12 August, 13 August, 15 August, 16 August, 17 August, 18 August, 19 August, 20 August, 22 August, 23 August, 24 August, 25 August, 26 August, 27 August
- Type: Open
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
Relaxed performances
- Dates: 2 August, 3 August, 4 August, 5 August, 6 August, 8 August, 9 August, 10 August, 11 August, 12 August, 13 August, 15 August, 16 August, 17 August, 18 August, 19 August, 20 August, 22 August, 23 August, 24 August, 25 August, 26 August, 27 August
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team for more information or to discuss any accessibility requirements. Character Introduction Details
- Additional information: Information not supplied
Be aware that this show features:
- Permission to move around and make noise
- Show guide or synopsis or character list
Show does not feature:
- Total Audience Black Out
- Flashing Lights/Strobed Lighting
- Loud/repetitive/high pitched/unexpected or overlapping sound
- Distinctive smells
- Special effects (e.g. smoke/bubbles/pyrotechnics)
- Latex balloons
- Characters expressing anger
- Heavily dialogue-driven scenes
- Audience required to walk around
- Audience required to undertake directed movement
- Audience required to sing/speak along with/for performer
- Audience invited on stage
- Performer goes into audience area
- An intermission
- Audience chill out area
- Permission to engage with performer
How and when to make an access booking
- Phone: +44 (0)131 226 0002
- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
- Find out more about access at the Fringe.
Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:
- Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
- Requires extra assistance when at a venue
- Has specific seating requirements
- Is a wheelchair user
- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Cathy Want 37 days ago
Beautiful story telling, very engaging and inclusive. Totally absorbing.
Kassy Fang 50 days ago
The play weaves honesty, introspection, and laughter into a humorous show. With a sprinkle of flour, the climax reveals a family secret. Jenny's wit and candid charm immerse us in her family's narrative, making us feel part of her story. Her portrayal also serves as proof of the power of storytelling, presenting a relatable journey through complex familial connections.
Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.
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Playbill 44 days ago
Fringe Review 45 days ago
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Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.
Participants - for further details on our audience and published review policies, including how to add or opt out of reviews, please click here.